Green Tips To Help Ease The Long Flight With Kids

1) Take pacifier and/or sippy cup to use for cabin pressure on take off
2) Keep lots of snacks handy.
3) Schedule flights during nap time or evening
4) Take lots of activities and toys. Consider wrapping the toys up up in some old newspaper to add more excitement and distraction. Go to www.nickjr.com and print off some coloring sheets and games.
5) If you need a carseat for your destination, you can bring one on board with your child’s paid seat as long as it has the 5 point harness system and is FAA approved. If you didn’t pay for a seat, then you can either check it with your luggage or consider renting one through your rental car agency.
6) Take an umbrella stroller and check it at the gate.
7) If you have a layover, give yourself enough time to let the kids stretch out, run around,eat, and change diapers. Also take into consideration the size, weather and normal flight-delays in the layover. If possible, look for a direct flight.
8) If the kids are older, take a portable DVD player and movies.
9) Bring spare diapers, wipes, and a change of clothes for the toddler and yourself.
10) Look up free things to do for your kids at your final destination. Major cities will often have free Summer concert series or local events. Also, see what free days are offered at the local museums, zoo, etc. and see if these dates align with your visit.